Intake Property Officer

Richwood Correctional Center•Monroe, LA

7d•$19•Onsite

About The Position

This role is responsible for managing the intake, classification, and release of detainees, with a specific focus on handling and documenting detainee property. The Intake Property Officer will coordinate various processes, conduct interviews, maintain accurate records, and ensure the secure storage of inmate belongings. This position requires strong organizational and communication skills, the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, and proficiency with relevant software.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required
Valid driver’s license
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software

Nice To Haves

Experience in correctional setting is highly desirable

Responsibilities

Maintain control over the admission, classification, and release of detainees
Review and verify booking and release documentation, including inmate identity at release
Coordinate and schedule detainees/offenders for intake, diagnostic processing, and release
Conduct fact-finding interviews; fingerprint and photograph detainees; prepare required forms, reports, and correspondence
Develop, coordinate, and maintain accurate recordkeeping and filing systems
Ensure proper classification of inmates for housing assignments
Conduct detainee counts, monitor movements, maintain daily logs, and respond to emergencies
Initiate or participate in disciplinary actions and prepare incident reports as needed
Assist law enforcement agencies, courts, attorneys, probation/parole, medical staff, and the public
Answer phones and respond to inquiries in a professional and courteous manner
Provide orientation to new detainees regarding facility rules, classification procedures, and regulations
Inventory, tag, and document inmate property in accordance with facility procedures
Maintain an organized property room and accurate inventory logs
Ensure all inmate property is properly recorded in the Jail Management System (JMS)
Inventory, log, and securely store detainee valuables (including currency, phones, jewelry, and other high-value items) in designated secure areas
Perform additional duties as assigned to support facility operations